Which is a difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law?(1 point)

Responses

A scientific theory is based on a single hypothesis.
A scientific theory is based on a single hypothesis.

A scientific theory is part of the scientific methods.
A scientific theory is part of the scientific methods.

A scientific theory can be changed or updated based on new evidence.
A scientific theory can be changed or updated based on new evidence.

A scientific theory provides an explanation of why a natural phenomenon occurs.

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The correct response that highlights a difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law is:

A scientific theory provides an explanation of why a natural phenomenon occurs.

Scientific theories explain the underlying reasons for phenomena, while scientific laws describe observed patterns in nature without explaining why they occur.